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Leigh Koslow Mystery #2
Never Sorry
In this zoo, the most dangerous species isn't behind bars…
With her fledgling advertising business a little short on cash, copywriter Leigh Koslow decides that a part-time job at the local zoo might be just what she needs. Unfortunately, stumbling onto a grisly crime scene behind the tiger run is not. When she realizes that the victim was her new boyfriend's ex, things look bad. But when the police discover that she was also Leigh's high school nemesis, things get worse. Getting out of this jam will require more than a little help from her friends, because if the law doesn't put Leigh away—the real killer well might!
With her fledgling advertising business a little short on cash, copywriter Leigh Koslow decides that a part-time job at the local zoo might be just what she needs. Unfortunately, stumbling onto a grisly crime scene behind the tiger run is not. When she realizes that the victim was her new boyfriend's ex, things look bad. But when the police discover that she was also Leigh's high school nemesis, things get worse. Getting out of this jam will require more than a little help from her friends, because if the law doesn't put Leigh away—the real killer well might!
272 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 1, 1999
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Edie Claire
41 books278 followersNo matter the genre, USA-Today bestselling novelist and playwright Edie Claire strives to infuse all her writing with both warmth and humor. Her family-friendly Leigh Koslow cozy mystery series, a favorite of animal lovers that was originally published in 1999, was reborn in 2012 to become a Kindle Top-10 bestseller. Her romantic novels range from women’s fiction with romantic elements to a blend of romance and mystery, beginning with her traditionally published contemporaries, the award-winning Long Time Coming and Meant To Be, and continuing with her USA-Today bestselling Pacific Horizons series, whose characters follow the migration of the humpback whales to some of the most gorgeous locations on earth. In any Edie Claire work, the reader may be assured that while intrigue may beckon and tensions rise, love and happiness will always triumph in the end!
Edie has worked as a veterinarian, a childbirth educator, and a scientific/technical writer. A mother of three, she lives in Pennsylvania and aspires to become a snowbird.
Edie has worked as a veterinarian, a childbirth educator, and a scientific/technical writer. A mother of three, she lives in Pennsylvania and aspires to become a snowbird.
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June 4, 2018
Likeable enough, but nothing special. I probably won't go looking for any more in this series.
February 12, 2017
Very good, I really like Leigh. Recommend!
March 26, 2012
I've said it before and once again, these books are what I love about having a Kindle. I hadn't heard of them but found the first one for free or $1.99 or whatever. I enjoyed that one so much I bought the rest of the series, characters I wouldn't have had the pleasure of meeting if I hadn't found them as ebooks. And while I haven't even finished the books I have, I'm excited to see that Edie Claire will be releasing another one this year.
The series is light, though somehow it's more than a 'cozy'. Fun characters in situations that most people would never find themselves in but that's what these books are supposed to be. In this one Leigh Koslow finds herself a murder suspect for death by tiger.... I really enjoyed it and would recommend the series to anyone who likes this type of book.
The series is light, though somehow it's more than a 'cozy'. Fun characters in situations that most people would never find themselves in but that's what these books are supposed to be. In this one Leigh Koslow finds herself a murder suspect for death by tiger.... I really enjoyed it and would recommend the series to anyone who likes this type of book.
March 30, 2014
Another enjoyable installment in this series. The writing is excellent and the characters are all quite likeable and well-fleshed out. I did find myself cringing a bit at Leigh's blind obsession with Mike Tanner, the handsome, womanizing vet, but she redeemed herself in my eyes later on. :)
The murder was quite grisly with lots of blood and body parts strewn about. And, as in so many of these cozy mysteries, the lead detective immediately jumped to the conclusion that Leigh was the prime suspect just because she found the body, so much of the book was her trying to prove her innocence.
The ending was quite grisly and cringe-worthy, too. What a fitting end for the psychopathic killer! And, it will be interesting to see where Leigh's last conclusion goes with regards to her relationship with Warren in the future.
All in all, I would definitely recommend this series to anyone who enjoys a good, cozy mystery read with great characters.
The murder was quite grisly with lots of blood and body parts strewn about. And, as in so many of these cozy mysteries, the lead detective immediately jumped to the conclusion that Leigh was the prime suspect just because she found the body, so much of the book was her trying to prove her innocence.
The ending was quite grisly and cringe-worthy, too. What a fitting end for the psychopathic killer! And, it will be interesting to see where Leigh's last conclusion goes with regards to her relationship with Warren in the future.
All in all, I would definitely recommend this series to anyone who enjoys a good, cozy mystery read with great characters.
September 28, 2013
Very good. Here's the correct synopsis for this book:
With her fledgling advertising business a little short on cash, copywriter Leigh Koslow decides that a part-time job at the local zoo might be just what she needs. Unfortunately, stumbling onto a grisly crime scene behind the tiger run is not. When she realizes that the victim was her new boyfriend's ex, things look bad. But when the police discover that she was also Leigh's high school nemesis, things get worse. Getting out of this jam will require more than a little help from her friends, because if the law doesn't put Leigh away—the real killer well might!
With her fledgling advertising business a little short on cash, copywriter Leigh Koslow decides that a part-time job at the local zoo might be just what she needs. Unfortunately, stumbling onto a grisly crime scene behind the tiger run is not. When she realizes that the victim was her new boyfriend's ex, things look bad. But when the police discover that she was also Leigh's high school nemesis, things get worse. Getting out of this jam will require more than a little help from her friends, because if the law doesn't put Leigh away—the real killer well might!
March 9, 2015
Edie Claire reminds me of Janet Evanovich, and that's a good thing! While there is definitely a mystery to be solved, the book itself is light-hearted. The heroine, Leigh Koslow, is probably a little more likable than Stephanie Plus and definitely as comical. They both also have a "crazy" mom who can't seem to handle the hijinks their daughters get involved in. There are some twists and turns along the way, too. Claire keeps me interested. This is my second of the three Leigh Koslow books, and I plan to read the third.
April 27, 2018
Leigh is now working part time at the zoo, helping the veterinarian, using the experience she gained by helping her father, who is also a vet. She and some other ex-employees of the ad firm have started their own business, so she is now working two jobs. When leaving the zoo hospital one night, she passes by the tigers' area and discovers parts of a body. She races toward the main gate looking for someone from zoo security. When the police are called, detective Frank is convinced that Leigh is the killer - she was bloody, washed it off after going to security, and the saw used for dismembering the body belongs to the zoo's vet clinic. After a long struggle trying to convince him otherwise, she ends up in jail and is bailed out by her cousin. The zoo vet, Dr. Tanner, is an old crush from Leigh's teenage days from which she has never recovered. When Tanner's ex-wife turns up dead with Leigh again in the vicinity, it starts over again. It takes the combined help of her friends Maura and Warren, to do some undercover investigating and get her a good lawyer. When several girls who were the 'mean girls' back in middle school and high school start ganging up on her, she finally gets a little sense, and the convoluted cases get solved. Leigh is already becoming annoying - she does so MANY stupid things, it was driving me nuts. However, I will persevere to book #3....
March 2, 2020
Not my cup of tea...
TSTL= Too stupid to live...and unfortunately describes the MC of this story. I am surprised that I even finished it because I strongly dislike unrealistic characters who continually do dumb things.
That being said, there are some interesting twists in this mystery. I would have enjoyed it more if Leigh had been less of a scatterbrain who hardly was affected by discovering a body and no sense of self-preservation at all. I enjoyed all of the other characters even though I felt Warren was also a bit unrealistic...but at least he showed more sense and was more in touch with the world. Overall, I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys cozy mysteries.
TSTL= Too stupid to live...and unfortunately describes the MC of this story. I am surprised that I even finished it because I strongly dislike unrealistic characters who continually do dumb things.
That being said, there are some interesting twists in this mystery. I would have enjoyed it more if Leigh had been less of a scatterbrain who hardly was affected by discovering a body and no sense of self-preservation at all. I enjoyed all of the other characters even though I felt Warren was also a bit unrealistic...but at least he showed more sense and was more in touch with the world. Overall, I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys cozy mysteries.
June 21, 2017
I got the first in this series free or really cheap on the Kindle and liked it well enough. I found the next 3 at my used book store a bit ago so I picked them up. I don't remember the first one terribly well. I liked this one okay, but I didn't love it. Leigh's weird fixation on the vet just didn't sit well with me. I didn't understand the appeal. But overall the mystery was decent, though I SO called the twist in the end.
January 26, 2024
Leigh is working part time at the city zoo - working late with the vet she's had a crush on since she was a teenager. When leaving one night, she goes to investigate a noise/light in the tiger enclosure/shed. She stumbles upon a tiger gnawing on a human limb. Summarily, she's arrested for the murder (body was dismembered). Leigh has an unfortunate habit of stumbling on dead people and trusting the wrong people.
November 9, 2021
Book #2 in the Leigh Koslow Mysteries, however, it can be read without reading book 1. Leigh is temporarily helping as a vet technician at a zoo and finds a body. A little more emphasis on relationships in this book, which did help to advance the overall series. Enjoyed following the clues and was surprised when the murderer was revealed. Plan to read more in this series.
March 1, 2022
Second book of the series. The first one I found interesting and definitely found this one as well. Really good plot turns that kept me guessing abs wondering what would happen next. My favorite characters returned- though I wish cara appeared more- Ioved her in book 1. I can’t wait to read book 3. Finished book 2 in one day- couldn’t put it down!
June 5, 2017
Audiobook: Much much better than the first book. The characters in the book are growing on me. This story was much better and there always seems to be a big twist at the end, and she does explain any questions. Good story.
October 29, 2019
Good afternoon read
A fast paced read for a murder mystery, have 4 stars because I figured out the suspect pretty quickly. Could have been a little bit more of a myatery, but still a page turner.
A fast paced read for a murder mystery, have 4 stars because I figured out the suspect pretty quickly. Could have been a little bit more of a myatery, but still a page turner.
April 21, 2020
It takes place in Pittsburgh, with a mix of real and imaginary locations. I was totally annoyed with Mike Tanner from the very beginning. And that’s all I’ll say about him.
Some interesting developments in this book that I expect will continue in the next book in this series.
Some interesting developments in this book that I expect will continue in the next book in this series.
July 11, 2021
Never Sorry by Edie Claire was not a strong followup to the 1st book in the series. I learned a bit about Leigh Koslow's high school past, but the romance & crime were off-putting. If not for the Pittsburgh locale & Leigh's interesting friends Never Sorry would have been total bust for me.
January 3, 2025
I really liked the plot twist and the ending. Definitely going to look for more Edie Claire books. It was also cool that this was based in Pittsburgh, and talked about the roads and towns I grew up around!
August 15, 2017
This was a very good series. I loved it. And you will too.
September 20, 2017
It was an enjoyable read. I preferred the first novel in the series. The character development is good and the story was interesting. Good quick read for the plane!
February 5, 2018
I really enjoyed this book!
I love reading books with repeat characters! I enjoy the heroine in this series! Couldn't put down! Read it for yourself!
I love reading books with repeat characters! I enjoy the heroine in this series! Couldn't put down! Read it for yourself!
March 21, 2020
Another fascinating story in the life of Leigh Koslow. She never disappoints with her storyline or her characters
March 24, 2020
Excellent writer!
I enjoyed the book immensely. I look forward to reading more of Edie Claire's books in the Leigh koslow series!
I enjoyed the book immensely. I look forward to reading more of Edie Claire's books in the Leigh koslow series!
January 5, 2021
Continuing on with the series of the Leigh Koslow Mysteries. Although I often thought, "How stupid can she be?!" It was still a good book.
March 11, 2024
I am enjoying this series. This episode was a fun read and had quite a twist.
December 3, 2024
Not sure what to think. Pretty light and fluffy, but at the same time ok.
May 10, 2017
Leigh Koslow returns in the second of Claire's delightful series. To earn some extra cash Leigh has taken a part time job at the zoo with an old crush, zoo vet Mike Tanner. Having worked late to help Tanner perform an operation, Leigh is drawn to a light in the tiger keeper's hut and finds the place awash with blood and foolishly picks up a bloodstained knife. Venturing out she notices something in the tiger enclosure; some severed limbs, one of which is an arm sporting several familiar rings. They belong to Leigh's childhood nemesis Carmen Koslow.
Leigh becomes the chief suspect in the murder and needs to call on her friends to help her investigate and clear her name.
It's a very enjoyable and somewhat cosy murder mystery, boasting an array of great characters, some of whom will be familiar from volume one, 'Never Buried'.
Pleasingly it also features a refreshingly surprising ending. I'm very much looking forward to reading more.
Times change so fast. I had not realised while reading that this book was published in 1999. My main thought at several points was 'Does no one have a mobile phone?'
The policeman in charge of the case has one but everyone else seems reliant on landlines, answering machines and payphones.
I think I preferred it when life was like that, but without the murders.
Leigh becomes the chief suspect in the murder and needs to call on her friends to help her investigate and clear her name.
It's a very enjoyable and somewhat cosy murder mystery, boasting an array of great characters, some of whom will be familiar from volume one, 'Never Buried'.
Pleasingly it also features a refreshingly surprising ending. I'm very much looking forward to reading more.
Times change so fast. I had not realised while reading that this book was published in 1999. My main thought at several points was 'Does no one have a mobile phone?'
The policeman in charge of the case has one but everyone else seems reliant on landlines, answering machines and payphones.
I think I preferred it when life was like that, but without the murders.
July 18, 2022
The second Leigh Koslow mystery, Never Sorry, sees Leigh wrapped up in another murder mystery - this time, one that she's the prime suspect of.
While getting her new advertising business, Hook, Inc, up and running, Leigh takes a part time job at the zoo to pay her rent and buy food. She finds herself working with her teenage crush, Dr Mike Tanner - a veterinarian who worked with her father to gain graduate experience - and her home room seat buddy, Carmen Koslow (no relation). And then an arm is found in the tiger cage and Leigh suddenly finds herself in the middle of a murder.
The second book was a fast paced action packed read. The action was good and kept me on the edge of my seat. The romance made me want to scream. Leigh's crush on Mike was cringeworthy. I didn't get it at all. But to be honest, I didn't really get or like what the hell was going on with Warren either. I mean I can guess where it's going - but I didn't love it. That said, the mystery part of these books is fantastic - as is the friendship. Maura and Warren and Leigh are total BFFs and I love the total supportiveness they all have for one another. And Cara and Gil as well.
Maura was legendary in this. I love her no nonsense attitude and the lengths she goes to to protect Leigh from herself. Although as much as Leigh can annoy me I will say I did like that she sees Maura all stressed and tired from looking after her mother and volunteers the keys to her apartment to let her rest and to stay and watch Mary. I mean it was a master stroke of luck for her as well, () but I like that she was looking after her friend. Especially when it seems like Maura and Warren are always the ones looking after her.
The twist was interesting and I didn't quite see it coming. Overall it was a strong, well written mystery with lots of humour and heart. 4 stars.
While getting her new advertising business, Hook, Inc, up and running, Leigh takes a part time job at the zoo to pay her rent and buy food. She finds herself working with her teenage crush, Dr Mike Tanner - a veterinarian who worked with her father to gain graduate experience - and her home room seat buddy, Carmen Koslow (no relation). And then an arm is found in the tiger cage and Leigh suddenly finds herself in the middle of a murder.
The second book was a fast paced action packed read. The action was good and kept me on the edge of my seat. The romance made me want to scream. Leigh's crush on Mike was cringeworthy. I didn't get it at all. But to be honest, I didn't really get or like what the hell was going on with Warren either. I mean I can guess where it's going - but I didn't love it. That said, the mystery part of these books is fantastic - as is the friendship. Maura and Warren and Leigh are total BFFs and I love the total supportiveness they all have for one another. And Cara and Gil as well.
Maura was legendary in this. I love her no nonsense attitude and the lengths she goes to to protect Leigh from herself. Although as much as Leigh can annoy me I will say I did like that she sees Maura all stressed and tired from looking after her mother and volunteers the keys to her apartment to let her rest and to stay and watch Mary. I mean it was a master stroke of luck for her as well, () but I like that she was looking after her friend. Especially when it seems like Maura and Warren are always the ones looking after her.
The twist was interesting and I didn't quite see it coming. Overall it was a strong, well written mystery with lots of humour and heart. 4 stars.
September 5, 2024
LIONS AND TIGERS AND MURDER ... OH MY. — When unemployed copywriter Leigh Koslow gets the opportunity to become a partner in her own agency, she leaps at the chance. But she still needs one thing to get her fledgling business off the ground -- cash. Luckily, she lands a part-time job at the local zoo, and finds that the veterinarian is none other than Mike Tanner -- whom she had a crush on as a teenager. Except now Leigh is all grown up, and Tanner is no longer married....
But Leigh's hopes for romance are soon dashed when she stumbles on a grisly sight -- one of the tigers with a human leg in its teeth. The fact that the victim was Mike's ex-lover is bad. The fact that she was also Leigh's high school archenemy is worse. The only thing on Leigh's side is that the victim was one of the most detested people in town. But as Leigh investigates, she learns that Dr. Tanner's charms may be only as real as crocodile tears ... and that if the police don't put Leigh away, the real killer just might....
But Leigh's hopes for romance are soon dashed when she stumbles on a grisly sight -- one of the tigers with a human leg in its teeth. The fact that the victim was Mike's ex-lover is bad. The fact that she was also Leigh's high school archenemy is worse. The only thing on Leigh's side is that the victim was one of the most detested people in town. But as Leigh investigates, she learns that Dr. Tanner's charms may be only as real as crocodile tears ... and that if the police don't put Leigh away, the real killer just might....
March 19, 2019
I decided to re-read the beginning of this series, since it had been so long and I wanted to read the last couple of books. It was fun reading them all over again. I read a lot while traveling and these were the best books to do that with. I enjoy the two main characters Leigh Koslow and her cousin/"sister from another mister" Cara. Nice mix of humor, mystery and suspense.
(The second book of the Leigh Koslow series. Good read. Great twists and turns to the plot line. Kept my attention at all times and always had me guessing. And just when you think you have it all figured out, the whole thing takes another twist. Ready for the next one! - review from previous reading)
(The second book of the Leigh Koslow series. Good read. Great twists and turns to the plot line. Kept my attention at all times and always had me guessing. And just when you think you have it all figured out, the whole thing takes another twist. Ready for the next one! - review from previous reading)
September 15, 2013
I don't think this series really belongs in the "cozy cat" category,as the protagonist's cat is barely in the books. Janet Evanovich's Stephanie Plum series would be "hamster cozies", if one were to compare the two series of mysteries.
That said, the second book in this series is much better than the first. I suppose some of that is due to not needing time to introduce the main characters,but I think the story this time was stronger than the first. Anyone who reads a lot of mysteries won't find this mystery to be supremely challenging,but it was well-crafted, with a quick pace.
That said, the second book in this series is much better than the first. I suppose some of that is due to not needing time to introduce the main characters,but I think the story this time was stronger than the first. Anyone who reads a lot of mysteries won't find this mystery to be supremely challenging,but it was well-crafted, with a quick pace.
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